LabelManager 450D Printer Review

Expert review of the LabelManager 450D printer03 March 2015

Our Verdict:

With the Dymo LabelManager 450D desktop label maker, professionals can create customised labels with or without a computer. This model is very reliable and offers a multitude of labelling options. Aside from creating the usual labels, the LabelMaker 450D printer also has special functions, like creation of barcodes. It also has the date and time displayed on screen which can be printed onto the Dymo 450D labels.

Design

The Dymo LabelManager 450D thermal label printer features a large typewriter-style keyboard with function buttons. It also has a 16-character display. This unit is integrated with an automatic cutter for convenience. The Dymo LabelManager LM450D label machine can handle different types of labels with widths of 6, 9, 12, 19 and 24mm. Some of the barcodes the Dymo 450D labelling machine can handle include UPC-A Code 39 and EAN 13. For connectivity, a USB interface is offered.

Advantages

With 5 heights, 12 styles, 7 fonts, 6 boxes, and 7 background patterns, users can create dozens of customised labels without a computer. When connected to a PC via USB, the Dymo 450D LabelManager can offer more labelling options including delivery of logos and images. This unit is compatible with Mac and Windows platforms. Up to 5 lines can be printed on a single label. With built-in memory, the Dymo LabelManager 450D desktop label printer can recall the last 15 labels used and save 10 label formats plus 10 labels.

Disadvantages

The LM450D labeller would be better if it had a standard lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The Dymo LabelManager 450D printer would also be more convenient to use if it had a larger display with a back light.